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Akemi Harrison named News Director at Nexstar’s WGN-TV
She joins Nexstar from WMAQ in Chicago, and has worked at a number of TV stations throughout her career, including outlets in San Francisco and Sacramento.
WOW! to be taken private after $1.5 billion offer from investment firms
WideOpenWest said Monday it has reached an agreement to be acquired by affiliated investment funds of Digital Bridge and Crestview Partners in a deal valued at about $1.5 billion.
Report: Streamers less-engaged during first half of 2025
Streamers in North America spent less time engaged with connected video apps during the first half of this year than they did during the same time period last year.
Sinclair launches strategic review of businesses
Sinclair, Inc.'s board of directors has authorized a comprehensive strategic review of its broadcast operations, with the goal of possibly spinning out or selling certain assets
Hub: Streaming bundles boost customer loyalty
Consumers are more likely to keep a streaming subscription when they are able to pair it with other services through a bundle.
Paramount inks seven-year deal with UFC parent TKO Group
Starting next year, Paramount Plus becomes the exclusive home of UFC competitions; some events will simulcast on CBS.
ESPN to bundle with Fox One for $40 per month
A bundle that offers Fox One with ESPN Unlimited will be offered in June for $40 per month, the two media companies announced on Monday.
GCI Liberty posts revenue gains during Q2
GCI Liberty saw its overall revenue increase during the second quarter (Q2) of the year, driven by growth in its business services sector and reduced operating costs across the board.
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RTL Group H1 revenue slips 3 percent, but streaming gains
RTL Group reported lower revenue for the first half (H1) of 2025, as gains in streaming were not enough to offset declines in other areas of the business.
Fubo moving forward with sports-only plan, may integrate Hulu channels
A new skinny package called "Fubo Sports" is launching in the coming weeks; the company is looking at various ways to integrate Hulu with Live TV into its core app.
AMC Networks sees streaming lift, but ad woes weigh on Q2 earnings
AMC Networks saw streaming gains during Q2, but ongoing advertising woes coupled with a continued downturn in the pay TV industry weighed on its earnings.
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Gray Media swings to loss on lower revenue during Q2
The local television broadcaster posted a net loss of $69 million, compared with net income of $9 million in Q2 2024.
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